Brimbank & Northwest Star Weekly
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Seven tips to surviving the Boxing Day sales
One sleep after Christmas comes the years ultimate shopping event – the boxing day sales. Often the busiest shopping day in the year, it can…
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Giving thanks to volunteers
This article was originally published on 27 May, 2025. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. National Volunteer Week, from May 19–25,…
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Tips for smooth Christmas food shopping
’Tis the season for gathering with loved ones around a table full of food, but the art of food-shopping during the silly season can be…
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Festive self-care important for those with a disability and their carers
The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year to relax, spend time with friends and family, and look forward to the year ahead.…
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Batting out a storm
The weather again played havoc on Saturday for local sports people but there was still plenty of action. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic was out…
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Have a green, green Christmas
The festive season is a time for joy, but peak consumerism can have a harsh impact on our planet. Look outside the concrete box this…
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Have a bloomin’ beautiful Christmas
Floral arrangements are a perfect way to add some colour and festivity to your home this holiday period. Here is a list of blooms that…
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Give better this Christmas
It’s OK to veto Valentine’s Day and pay little heed to Halloween, but when it comes to Christmas most of us aren’t willing to suffer…
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Bang for your festive buck
It’s one of the most beloved Christmas traditions: pulling a cracker with a loved one and seeing who ends up with the funny hat. But…
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Vietnamese museum to record refugee history
This article was originally published on 11 March, 2025. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. In an Australian-first, a Vietnamese museum…
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Ham it up with leftovers
A leg of Christmas ham is always a festive treat many families look forward to every year however, there always seems to be leftovers you’re…
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Don’t forget your pet this Christmas
As the festive season approaches, it’s time to consider the perfect Christmas gifts for your beloved furry companions and, if you are so inclined and…
